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In re Jonathan M.

Citations: 126 A.D.3d 1316; 3 N.Y.S.3d 668Docket: Appeal No. 2

Court: Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York; March 20, 2015; New York; State Appellate Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

An appeal was filed regarding a Family Court order from Onondaga County, which was issued by Judge Michael L. Hanuszczak on September 24, 2013. This order terminated the parental rights of the respondent and granted guardianship and custody of the children to the petitioner. The appellate court unanimously affirmed the order without costs, referencing the same reasoning as in the case of Matter of Dakota H., 126 AD3d 1313 (2015). The decision involved Justices Smith, Carni, Lindley, and Valentino.

Legal Issues Addressed

Appellate Review of Family Court Orders

Application: The appellate court affirmed the Family Court's order, indicating agreement with the lower court's decision and reasoning.

Reasoning: The appellate court unanimously affirmed the order without costs, referencing the same reasoning as in the case of Matter of Dakota H., 126 AD3d 1313 (2015).

Termination of Parental Rights under Family Law

Application: The Family Court's decision to terminate the respondent's parental rights was upheld by the appellate court.

Reasoning: This order terminated the parental rights of the respondent and granted guardianship and custody of the children to the petitioner.